Gerald Malloy
American politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
American politician From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gerald Malloy (born October 26, 1961) is a Democratic member of the South Carolina Senate, representing the 29th District (Chesterfield, Darlington, Lee, and Marlboro Counties) since 2002.[1] He replaced Edward Eli Saleeby after he died.[2]
Gerald Malloy | |
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| Member of the South Carolina Senate from the 29th district | |
| Assumed office November 5, 2002 | |
| Preceded by | Edward Eli Saleeby |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 26, 1961 Chesterfield County, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse |
Davita McFarland (m. 1989) |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | University of South Carolina (BS, JD) |
| Profession | Attorney |
In November 2020, Malloy announced that he would run for Senate Minority Leader.[3] He lost to Brad Hutto.[4]
In 2024, Malloy was among the state legislators appointed to serve on the Robert Smalls Monument Commission.[5]
Following the death of Senator Saleeby, a special election was held to fill his seat. There were eight people in the initial candidate pool, including Saleeby's son, Edward Saleeby Jr.[6][7] Malloy would go on to win the seat.
Malloy was uncontested in 2016.[8]
In 2020, Malloy faced Republican J.D. Chaplin.[9] Malloy defeated Chaplin, receiving roughly 54% of the vote.[10][11]
In 2024, Malloy will see a repeat challenge from Republican farmer J.D. Chaplin.
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